Method Statement Template 26.04.2012.doc

Method statement for Conferences and Exhibitions at the SECC Glasgow

Exhibitors (Company) name:

Person completing this method statement

and contact details:

Stand number and external dimensionLength x width x height (maximum point)

Contractors name:Date:

ItemSubjectYou should complete, and where appropriate add your own notes to the sections below.

Part 1 General safe working You say and agree that;

1. Risk Assessment.The Scottish Exhibition + Conference Centre (SECC) Risk Assessment Template has been adopted for use and is incorporated within this method statement. It is understood that this requires completing by the Exhibitor (or their contractor on their behalf) before it becomes valid.

2. Is this a new structure / design?Yes / No

3. Stand design.The design of the stand has incorporated appropriate safety standards and risks associated with its build; use and deconstruction have been reduced to an acceptable level.

Drawings have been submitted for approval and are within stand size specifications.

4. Person responsible for build / deconstruction.The Manager / Foreman / Supervisor responsible for stand is...................................................(name) mobile contact number onsite is...............................................(number)

5. Staff required on site (build and deconstruction).There will be..... (number) of staff / contractors onsite for the exhibition build and deconstruction to ensure the work can be done safely, including sufficient people to support safe working practices such as footing ladders.

6. Staff competence training, and information.All staff working onsite will only undertake work for which they are competent to do.

Staff will receive safety information before they commence work onsite, to include; details on the risk assessment and risk controls required to be used, SECC Security information and access hours, Fire, Emergency and First aid information, Welfare facilities, Site safety rules and instructions, Wearing of Personal Protective Equipment, Reporting safety issues,A copy of the related final drawings, risk assessment and this method statement will be kept on site at all times.

7. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required onsite.Anyone undertaking manual handling activities during the off load or on unload of the stand will wear safety shoes.

Any other PPE will be designated on the risk assessment and will be worn onsite.

Part 2 Methods for safe construction and de-construction of standsThe following sections need your input; you can be brief and provide only sufficient detail so that it is clear you have considered how to undertake the work safely.You do not have to duplicate work you have already done. If you have alredy undertaken method statements you can copy them here or simply refer to them and attach separately.

8. List the Services required onsite and how you will ensure your electrical fittings are safe before connecting to the supply.

9. Outline how you will ensure the safety during off load (and on load) of the stand and equipment from your vehicle to the stand.

10. For large structures (over 3m high) briefly describe the build order and safe method of erection and deconstruction and include the access equipment necessary onsite for top work.

11. Outline the means of raising, securing and lowering of stand components over 1.5m (i.e. manual / hoist / number of staff required for safe lifting).

12. Outline how you will reduce the risk of tripping hazards from cables, hoses, stand components or rubbish during the construction / deconstruction of the stand.

13. Please add any other safety matters you wish to include.